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Ukulele Club

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! All ages

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! All ages

This event is in the "Children" group

Yoga for Kids

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children

Unwind, stretch, and connect with this yoga class for kids taught by local yoga instructor, Christina Lam. No experience needed—just bring your breath and be yourself! Registration is optional but encouraged.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Room: MS Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind, stretch, and connect with this yoga class for kids taught by local yoga instructor, Christina Lam. No experience needed—just bring your breath and be yourself! Registration is optional but encouraged.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn to Knit

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Program Den at Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn the basics of knitting and build your skills with guided lessons. No experience needed! Every month we will review casting on, counting stitches, garter stitch, and stockinette stitch for new patrons and beginners.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of knitting and build your skills with guided lessons. No experience needed! Every month we will review casting on, counting stitches, garter stitch, and stockinette stitch for new patrons and beginners.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Writing Club

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Area at Central Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens

Creative writing club for teens who love to write or want to try it out. Share your original poems, short stories, novels, and more; receive feedback on your work; and do fun writing activities! Snacks and notebooks provided.

Library Location: Central Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Creative writing club for teens who love to write or want to try it out. Share your original poems, short stories, novels, and more; receive feedback on your work; and do fun writing activities! Snacks and notebooks provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Autism Information Session with Dr. Jennifer Elizabeth Brunton

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
CL Community Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join Jennifer Elizabeth Brunton, Ph.D, a proudly Autistic writer, consultant, speaker, editor, artist, and mom, who will speak on Autism.

Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join Jennifer Elizabeth Brunton, Ph.D, a proudly Autistic writer, consultant, speaker, editor, artist, and mom, who will speak on Autism.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Make a Meal Demo with Chef Tom

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
EFP Community Room at East Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Join Chef Tom for a program on preparing a single full meal. This includes one main dish, and two sides. 

For ages 16 and up. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: EFP Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Chef Tom for a program on preparing a single full meal. This includes one main dish, and two sides. 

For ages 16 and up. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Required

Registration for this event is required due to space constraints. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cross Stitch

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Program Den at Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Learn to cross stitch! Already know how? Drop in anyway for new patterns or to stitch with pals. 

Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Learn to cross stitch! Already know how? Drop in anyway for new patterns or to stitch with pals. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Microwave Meals

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Program Den at Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Hungry after school? Not sure what to make? Come learn easy microwave recipes with simple ingredients!

Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Hungry after school? Not sure what to make? Come learn easy microwave recipes with simple ingredients!

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Aprende Conmigo- Learn With Me

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Practice your Spanish and help others practice their English in a weekly conversation circle and safe space for cultural exchange! We will spend half the time practicing Spanish and the other half practicing English, with a break in between.

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Practice your Spanish and help others practice their English in a weekly conversation circle and safe space for cultural exchange! We will spend half the time practicing Spanish and the other half practicing English, with a break in between.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Central Library Building Tour

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Rotunda at Central Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Don't miss out on this evening tour of the Springfield Central Library building at 220 State Street! 

Library Location: Central Library
Room: Rotunda
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Don't miss out on this evening tour of the Springfield Central Library building at 220 State Street! 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Ukulele Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! All ages

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! All ages

This event is in the "Children" group

Yoga for Kids

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children

Unwind, stretch, and connect with this yoga class for kids taught by local yoga instructor, Christina Lam. No experience needed—just bring your breath and be yourself! Registration is optional but encouraged.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Room: MS Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind, stretch, and connect with this yoga class for kids taught by local yoga instructor, Christina Lam. No experience needed—just bring your breath and be yourself! Registration is optional but encouraged.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Crochet Workshop

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
FP Community Room at Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Want to crochet but not sure where to start? Want to learn how to make a granny square? Found a really cool pattern but not quite sure how to make sense of it? Come learn to crochet or further your skills!

Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: FP Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Want to crochet but not sure where to start? Want to learn how to make a granny square? Found a really cool pattern but not quite sure how to make sense of it? Come learn to crochet or further your skills!

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Poetic-Activity-Utilizing-Self-Expression: P.A.U.S.E

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Find your poem in 90 minutes. Ever feel an emotion you wish you could capture? Poetry is that act of capturing. 

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Find your poem in 90 minutes. Ever feel an emotion you wish you could capture? Poetry is that act of capturing. 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Writing Club

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
CL Community Room at Central Library
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Teens

Creative writing club for teens who love to write or want to try it out. Share your original poems, short stories, novels, and more; receive feedback on your work; and do fun writing activities! Snacks and notebooks provided.

Library Location: Central Library
Room: CL Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Creative writing club for teens who love to write or want to try it out. Share your original poems, short stories, novels, and more; receive feedback on your work; and do fun writing activities! Snacks and notebooks provided.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Bomba Pop Up Class with the Community Music School of Springfield

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Experience the Community Music School of Springfield at the library!

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Space

Space is limited and participation will available on a first come, first served basis. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Aprende Conmigo- Learn With Me

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Practice your Spanish and help others practice their English in a weekly conversation circle and safe space for cultural exchange! We will spend half the time practicing Spanish and the other half practicing English, with a break in between.

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Practice your Spanish and help others practice their English in a weekly conversation circle and safe space for cultural exchange! We will spend half the time practicing Spanish and the other half practicing English, with a break in between.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Ukulele Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! All ages

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Always wanted to learn an instrument? Drop in to our beginner ukulele club and start learning your favorite songs! All ages

This event is in the "Children" group

Yoga for Kids

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
MS Community Room at Mason Square Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children

Unwind, stretch, and connect with this yoga class for kids taught by local yoga instructor, Christina Lam. No experience needed—just bring your breath and be yourself! Registration is optional but encouraged.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Location: Mason Square Branch
Room: MS Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind, stretch, and connect with this yoga class for kids taught by local yoga instructor, Christina Lam. No experience needed—just bring your breath and be yourself! Registration is optional but encouraged.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Optional

Registration for this event is optional. Please register if you would like to receive an automated reminder.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Jewelry Making Workshop: Bracelets and Earrings

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Den at Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

Design and create your own bracelet and pair of earrings! Choose from a wide array of beads and charms to create unique pieces of jewelry. Try out using specialized tools for jewelry making and learn the basic skills!

Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Design and create your own bracelet and pair of earrings! Choose from a wide array of beads and charms to create unique pieces of jewelry. Try out using specialized tools for jewelry making and learn the basic skills!

Memorial Day

All Day
Central Library, Brightwood Branch, East Forest Park Branch, East Springfield Branch, Forest Park Branch, Indian Orchard Branch, Library Express at Pine Point, Mason Square Branch, Sixteen Acres Branch, Off Site, Online, Special Events

The library is closed in honor of Memorial day.

Closing
Branches:
Central Library, Brightwood Branch, East Forest Park Branch, East Springfield Branch, Forest Park Branch, Indian Orchard Branch, Library Express at Pine Point, Mason Square Branch, Sixteen Acres Branch, Off Site, Online, Special Events
Description:

The library is closed in honor of Memorial day.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Microwave Meals

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Program Den at Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Hungry after school? Not sure what to make? Come learn easy microwave recipes with simple ingredients!

Library Location: Forest Park Branch
Room: Program Den
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Food & Cooking, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Hungry after school? Not sure what to make? Come learn easy microwave recipes with simple ingredients!

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Aprende Conmigo- Learn With Me

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
East Springfield Branch
Program Type:
Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Practice your Spanish and help others practice their English in a weekly conversation circle and safe space for cultural exchange! We will spend half the time practicing Spanish and the other half practicing English, with a break in between.

Library Location: East Springfield Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops
Event Details:

Practice your Spanish and help others practice their English in a weekly conversation circle and safe space for cultural exchange! We will spend half the time practicing Spanish and the other half practicing English, with a break in between.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Graffiti Art Workshop

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at East Forest Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Graffiti art:

Learn the techniques and basics of graffiti art and various art mediums while discussing its history and use.

Library Location: East Forest Park Branch
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes & Workshops

Learn the techniques and basics of graffiti art and various art mediums while discussing its history and use.